Emina is of Arabic origin, meaning 'honorable' or 'trustworthy'. It's a variant of the Arabic name Aamina, which also shares these meanings. Emina is predominantly used in Islamic cultures and has gained international popularity due to its unique sound and positive connotations. It has been popular among Muslims worldwide as well as in non-Muslim communities that appreciate culturally diverse names. Emina is often associated with elegance, wisdom, and virtue, reflecting its meanings. Spelling variations include Aamina, Aminah, and Amina, although each may have slightly different pronunciation and cultural associations.
The name Emina experienced a steady increase in popularity from 1996 to 2014, with peaks of 34 births in 2014 and 37 births in 2010. However, there has been a gradual decrease since then, with only 17 births recorded in 2022. Overall, Emina has been a moderately popular name over the past three decades, with a total of 715 births from 1991 to 2023.